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Company Information 

NexGen Technologies, Inc. is a leading IT services firm specializing in delivering innovative, highquality solutions to our federal government clients. Our core competencies include IT professional support services, software development, cloud services, IT Operations, Agile project management, and GIS services. 

Job Summary  

NexGen is currently seeking a part-time, mid-level, MS 365 Administrator with expertise in administration and configuration of MS 365 security controls. You shall be responsible for reviewing and updating security policies and procedures to ensure compliance with various IT security standards as well as contributing to enhancing overall security posture. The ideal candidate shall have a strong background in MS 365/Azure administration, with demonstrable hands-on experience supporting compliance with industry-best practices and major security standards. This individual shall work closely with NexGen technical staff. 

Supervisory Responsibilities 

There are no supervisory responsibilities.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (as assigned) 

• Configure MS 365/Azure security policies to ensure compliance with various industry standards. 

• Conduct regular IT audits and assessments of existing security controls within the MS 365 tenant/Azure resource groups to identify potential risks or vulnerabilities. 

• Collaborate with the NexGen's Security and Incidence Response Team to address and mitigate security risks and ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements. 

• Assist in reviewing security policies and supporting readiness for security audits and certifications. 

• Work with automated compliance monitoring tools/services (e.g., Drata) to streamline compliance processes and ensure continuous monitoring. 

• Stay up to date with the latest security trends, technologies, and regulatory changes to ensure best practices are followed. 

• Collaborate with NexGen and 3rd party staff to identify, address and mitigate security risks and ensure compliance with the relevant regulatory requirements. 

• Other duties as assigned. 

Technical Skills 

• 4+ years of experience in administering MS 365 and Azure tenants including managing user accounts, access privileges, licensing, Entra ID, MFA configuration, billing and budgeting, etc. 

• 2+ years of demonstrable hands-on experience configuring and testing security policies and controls in MS 365, Azure, MS SharePoint, Power Platform, and MS Teams. 

• Demonstrable understanding of security best practices, risk management, and compliance frameworks.  

• Update, maintain, and manage NexGen furnished laptops, including inventory tracking, etc. 

• Provide Tier-I/Tier II troubleshooting support for the M365 and Azure tenant. 

• An ideal candidate would have experience in administrating and maintaining a GCC enclave with a VDI setup. 

AdditionalRequirements: 

• Ability to work independently, with excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. 

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across different teams. 

• A minimum standard speed for optimal performance of 50x25 (50 mbps download x 25 mbps upload) is required. 

• A dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect sensitive but unclassified federal information. 

• The successful candidate will also be able to pass background screening prior to employment. 

• US Citizenship, legal permanent residence, or US work authorization with minimum 3 years of continuous US presence is required due to federal contract requirements. 

Desired Skills 

• Knowledge of security frameworks and compliance standards. 

Education 

• Associate's degree in Management Information Systems, Computer Science, Business, or related discipline or equivalent experience. 

 Physical Requirements 

  Reliable internet (50 Mbps down / 25 Mbps up) and a secure remote work environment. 

  Reasonable accommodations will be provided as needed. (We provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with     disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions.) 

 NexGen Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status. 

Compensation: $28 per hour to $38 per hour 

(The successful candidate's starting pay will fall within the salary range provided and is determined based on job-related factors, including, but not limited to, experience, qualifications, knowledge, skills, geographic work location, and market conditions.)   

(Last Revision: 2026-05-14)